LiveAgent vs Freshchat

Choosing between LiveAgent and Freshchat? Both platforms can work for customer support teams, but they usually fit different company sizes, workflows, and budget expectations.

AffordableLive chatCall centerChatChatbotFreshworks

When to choose LiveAgent

  • Excellent live chat and call center features
  • Very affordable
  • 200+ integrations

When to choose Freshchat

  • Good chatbot builder
  • Native to Freshworks ecosystem

Key differences between LiveAgent and Freshchat

FactorLiveAgentFreshchat
Best fitsmall and mid-sized support teamsSaaS and product-led support teams
Starting priceFrom $9/agent/moFrom $15/agent/mo
G2-style rating4.5/54.4/5
Main focusticket management, collaboration, and support operationsticket management, collaboration, and support operations
Categorysmbsaas, smb

LiveAgent limitations

  • UI is somewhat cluttered
  • Mobile app lacks features

Freshchat limitations

  • Better when bundled with Freshdesk
  • Standalone feels incomplete

Switching from LiveAgent to Freshchat or the other way around?

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